7 things to do in the capital region, from a romance book pop-up to a Taylor Swift tribute concert
Here’s what to do this weekend in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties, including a 50th-anniversary event honoring “Roots,” Bookstore Romance Day and a Taylor Swift tribute concert.
Jeanette Thompson owns Romantique Books, a Montgomery County-based popup romance bookstore.
Yuk it up: Magoobys comedy club is coming to Hampden
Cue the laughs: Magoobys Joke House, a Baltimore County comedy club that helped launch the careers of Stavros Halkias and Shane Gillis, is coming to Hampden.
Magoobys Joke House, located in Timonium, will open a smaller spot in Hampden.
Streeter: Dirt bikers deserve a peaceful place to exist in Baltimore
COLUMN: Dirt bikes, part of Baltimore City’s Black culture for decades, are illegal on the streets. Advocates want to talk to law enforcement and others to figure out how to promote a safe way to continue that history.
Members of Baltimore's dirt bike community came together to celebrate B-360 Day at the B&O Railroad Museum on March 26. 2023. Participants got to ride bikes in the sectioned off lot and learn about safety.
Ever wanted to own a parade train car? This might be your chance.
The parade train was listed on Facebook Marketplace in Essex a few weeks ago for $35,000.
Harry Campbell poses next to his vintage parade train car parked outside his repair shop in Essex.
At the Josiah Henson Museum, his descendants stitch their family history
The annual Henson-Nevels family reunion featured a new quilt unveiling, now on display to the public.
Several of the quilt makers, including Tisha Thorne, left, gather in front of their creation at the quilt’s unveiling Saturday at the Josiah Henson Museum and Park.
The Howard County Fair is back. Here’s how to master the fair.
The 80th annual Howard County Fair runs through Aug. 15. It’s open daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The 80th annual Howard County Fair runs through Aug. 15. It’s open daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m in West Friendship.
The Dish: Why Baltimore’s swankiest new bar took 7 years to open
Werewolves Welcome may feel worth the wait after seven years and approximately $1 million transforming the Old Goucher space into a bar.
Werewolves Welcome, a new bar in Old Goucher, is a seven-year project by veteran bartender and cinephile Bryan Ranere.
Pearl-clutchers unite: NSFW comedy ‘Bocking’ kicks off Baltimore Center Stage’s new season
Offended easily? Squirm at sex talk? “Bocking,” a new irreverent comedy debuting at Baltimore Center Stage, might not be the play for you.
Kalen Allen, who plays Erickson Lewis, at the first table read of the play “Bocking,” set to premiere at Center Stage.
How a Baltimore cheesecake company went viral with a Leonardo DiCaprio video
Èdo Cheesecake's video trying to convince Leonardo DiCaprio to try cheesecake has more than 24 million views and has increased sales 30%.
JANUARY 13, 2026 - Customers can sample Edo Cafe's Basque lava cheesecake at the former Chiu’s Sushi at 608 S. Exeter Street in Harbor East. Cakes can be purchased whole or by the slice, and come in different varieties like crème brûlée.
Atomic Books to triple size of its Hampden store
Atomic Books, the popular independent bookshop in Baltimore’s Hampden neighborhood, will soon add a second floor.
A customer shops at Atomic Books in Hampden on Friday, January 17, 2025.
Power Plant Live! to open new bar with bands and karaoke in downtown Baltimore
Rally’s Corner Bar, which will have an outdoor patio and a dedicated stage for live bands, will open its doors in September.
Rally’s Corner Bar, which will have an outdoor patio and a dedicated stage for live bands, will open its doors in September.
Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar in Old Ellicott City is closing
The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar on Ellicott City’s Main Street is closing at the end of August.
The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar on Ellicott City’s Main Street is closing at the end of August.
Nora Blú hopes to make a spark where other restaurants have fizzled
Mount Vernon’s new kitchen on the block, Nora Blú, is serving Mediterranean food and chic decor.
Nora Blú is a new dining option in the Mount Vernon neighborhood. The new space serves a menu based on refined Mediterranean dining.
BTS electrifies Baltimore, tells fans they know ‘how to have fun’
BTS fans began lining up outside M&T Bank Stadium nearly 12 hours before the Korean pop band took the stage Monday night bringing its “Arirang” World Tour to Baltimore.
BTS closes out their show at M&T Bank Stadium on Aug. 10, 2026.
This isn’t the county fair’s first rodeo. But some hope it’s the last.
The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair is adding a second rodeo after high demand. But not everyone is thrilled.
The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair added a second rodeo to its lineup this summer after last year’s sold out quickly.
Community rallies around Mount Vernon Records as owner fights to stay open
When William Hicks made a plea to help keep his record store from closing Friday, the outpouring of support was immediate.
William Hicks, owner of Mount Vernon Records, can usually be found sitting on a stool in front of his store talking to passersby as he was on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026.
With $905M Powerball jackpot up for grabs, Marylanders ‘try their luck’
The Powerball jackpot has surged to $905 million for Monday’s drawing. Plenty of people are playing and bringing different strategies to the game.
Mike Wright was at the Carroll Motor Fuels on N. Howard Street buying Powerball tickets on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026.
Baltimore prepares to welcome BTS ARMY of more than 100,000 fans
This stop in Baltimore is one of 12 in North America on their worldwide tour that features 88 shows across five continents.
Katherine Mooney during a BTS meetup she hosted at JS Brewery in Columbia.
BTS ARMY is taking over Baltimore. Here’s how to survive 2 days of concert traffic.
BTS will bring its “Arirang” World Tour to M&T Bank Stadium on Monday and Tuesday.
FILE - BTS performs "Butter" at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards on April 3, 2022, in Las Vegas. The surprise announcement by BTS that they were taking a break to focus on members’ solo projects stunned their global fanbase, shaking their label's stock price and leaving many questions about the K-pop supergroup’s future. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)
Caviar is everywhere. Here’s where to get it around Baltimore.
Once reserved for special occasions and elaborate presentations, caviar is becoming much more approachable, according to food social media influencer Chris Franzoni.
At Peter's Inn in Fells Point, caviar is an add-on to the raw bar, where you can order it with oysters or shrimp cocktail.
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